Question 1

Where does Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob practice?

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Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob practices at Dental Surgery - Ulsoor.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob for Pediatric Dentistry, Pulpectomy, Impacted Tooth Extraction. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob's education qualification?

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Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob has the following qualifications - BDS, MDS - Paedodontics And Preventive Dentistry.

Question 4

What does Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob specialises in ?

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Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob specialises as Pediatric Dentist.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob have?

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Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob has an overall experience of 16 years. View where has Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob?

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Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob is a Pediatric Dentist in Hebbal, Bangalore and has an experience of 16 years in this field. Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob practices at Bangalore Baptist Hospital in Hebbal, Bangalore and Dental Surgery in Ulsoor, Bangalore. She completed BDS from Christian Dental College in 2009 and MDS - Paedodontics And Preventive Dentistry from Christian Dental College in 2016. Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Pediatric Dentistry,Pulpectomy,Impacted Tooth Extraction,Scaling / Polishing and Tooth Extraction etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

Does a pediatric dentist deal with straightening of teeth?

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A paediatric dentist will mainly be responsible for maintaining your child's dental health by regular check-ups and filling up the cavities and treating decays. If you need straightening of teeth, you should see an orthodontist. You paediatric dentist can refer to the orthodontist.

Question 8

What treatments does a pediatric dentist specialize in?

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A paediatric dentist specializes in the following treatments:
 ·Preventive dental care by recommending proper care of the teeth
 ·Correcting improper bite and straightening teeth
 ·Repair of tooth cavities
 ·Dental injuries
 ·Oral diseases
 ·Management of gum diseases
 ·Counselling for harmful habits like thumb sucking

Question 9

Why is it better to take a child to pediatric dentist than a regular adult dentist?

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Children are not as cooperative and patient as adults during a dental examination. A paediatric dentist receives special training to deal with children and also practices it during the course work. They are trained to make children comfortable and also have the required equipment and offices decorated with children in focus. So, it is better to take your child to a paediatric dentist.

Question 10

How often should I take my child to the pediatric dentist?

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It is necessary to have a regular dental checkup for your child to maintain proper dental health. You may, therefore, take your child every six months to the paediatric dentist in order to prevent dental problems. Based on your child's oral health, the dentist may suggest how often your child needs to visit.

Dr. Shilpa Ann Jacob

Ulsoor, Bangalore

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